One
of the family of African/Cuban syncretic religions, Santeria ("The way of
the saints") is a form of Yoruban tribal religion brought to the Caribbean
by African slaves, combined with elements of Christianity.
Believers prefer the title "Lukumi" (friends) or "Regla de Ocha"
(Rule of the Orisha) over Santeria.
Pronunciation: San-tare-ee-ah • (noun)
Also
Known As:Lukumi, Lucumi, Regla de Ocha
(rule of the Ocha), Osha, Ocha
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